LEEDS Engineering Enterprise Competition

The Semi Finals of the LEEDS Initiative Engineering Enterprise Competition (2nd Edition) ⚙️ Closed event that ran from 9:45am - 1:30pm Only 5 will advance to the finals. 🥶 Which project will advance? Can you guess? #LEEDSInitiative #LEEDSEEC

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Joshua Akanbi. His Project: Multipurpose, Energy-Efficient Weeding Machine This project offers a sustainable solution to weed control for Nigeria’s smallholder farmers, who produce 90% of the nation’s agricultural output but face significant yield losses due to weed infestation. The proposed rechargeable, multipurpose weeding machine integrates a string trimmer with a detachable tiller attachment, providing efficient weeding while reducing reliance on costly fuels and harmful herbicides. By enhancing agricultural mechanization, this innovation aims to increase crop yields, boost farmer profitability, and contribute to food security. It also supports environmental sustainability by minimizing herbicide pollution and carbon emissions, making it a key step toward modern, eco-friendly farming practices. #AgriculturalInnovation #SustainableFarming #EnergyEfficiency #SmartFarming #AgriTech #FarmMechanization #GreenTechnology #PrecisionAgriculture #EcoFriendlySolutions #AgriculturalMachinery #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Wisdom Iruemiobe. His Project: Enhancing Corrosion Resistance of 6181 Aluminum Alloy This project tackles the challenge of aluminum alloy corrosion in harsh environments, which leads to costly maintenance, safety risks, and environmental damage. By utilizing green inhibitors derived from African Rosewood and African Garden Eggplants, the study offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional chemical inhibitors. The proposed solution enhances infrastructure durability, reduces economic losses, and promotes environmental sustainability. Industries benefit from lower maintenance costs, improved safety, and extended asset lifespans. This innovative approach contributes to technological advancement in corrosion science while promoting sustainable practices, offering both macro-level and micro-level benefits for industries reliant on aluminum alloys. A project to look forward to 💫 #CorrosionResistance #AluminumAlloys #6181Alloy #MaterialScience #SurfaceEngineering #MetallicMaterials #AlloyDevelopment #AntiCorrosion #MaterialsResearch #SustainableEngineering #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Chukwuweike Azeh. His Project: Solar-Powered Vaccine Cold Chain Container Maintaining vaccines at 2°C to 8°C during transport is a critical challenge in underserved regions, leading to vaccine wastage and reduced immunization coverage. This project introduces a solar-powered activated carbon-methanol refrigeration system (ACMRS) for vaccine transport. The system ensures reliable temperature control by combining solar-powered active cooling with a modular carrier for passive cooling, even during extended transport to remote areas. This innovative solution reduces vaccine wastage, improves immunization reach, and lowers operational costs, offering a sustainable, impactful approach to global health challenges in regions like Nigeria. #GlobalHealth #RenewableEnergy #ColdChain #SolarPower #InnovationForImpact #VaccineTransport #SustainableDevelopment #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Stephen Odumirin. His Project: Locally Developed Solar Tracking System for Nigeria This project addresses Nigeria's unreliable power supply and high fossil fuel costs by developing a locally fabricated solar tracking system. With the potential to boost energy capture by 20-40%, it reduces the number of panels needed and cuts costs for small businesses and households. Starting with an assessment of existing systems, a pilot-scale prototype will be built using optimized materials and algorithms to ensure precise sun tracking and maximum efficiency. By making this technology affordable and accessible, the project paves the way for sustainable energy solutions and broader adoption across Nigeria. #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SustainableSolutions #EnergyInnovation #MadeInNigeria #GreenTechnology #TechForGood #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Boluwatife Oshodi. His Project: Wind Turbines for Road Medians in Nigeria With Nigeria’s urban population growing at 4.23% annually, energy demand in cities like Ibadan, Lagos, and Abuja is surging. Many households still depend on fuel generators, contributing to high energy costs and environmental pollution. This project introduces an innovative solution: vertical-axis wind turbines designed for road medians in urban areas. These turbines will harness wind energy generated by moving vehicles, initially powering streetlights and later supplementing the urban power grid. By reducing reliance on non-renewable sources, the project aims to lower carbon emissions and improve air quality. Scalable and impactful, it’s a step toward sustainable urban energy solutions in Nigeria. #RenewableEnergy #SolarInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #MadeInNigeria #CleanEnergySolutions #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Emmanuel Olorunmota. His Project: Advanced Traffic Management System for UI Main Gate Frequent traffic congestion and unsafe lane shunting at the University of Ibadan’s Main Gate are being addressed through an advanced traffic management system. This innovative solution uses smart cameras to identify lane violators, automatically halt their vehicles, and support effective enforcement. The project aims to ensure smoother traffic flow, enhance safety, and improve campus operations while delivering economic savings and scalable potential for broader applications. An awesome project in all sense 🎉 #Innovation #TrafficManagement #SmartTechnology #UIProjects #Sustainability #TechForGood #RoadSafety #EngineeringSolutions #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING THE LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-Finalists: Meet Nwaigwe Kelechi. Her Project: Multifunctional 3D Printing Filaments from Recycled Polymer Waste This project develops a machine to recycle polymer waste into high-quality 3D printing filaments with enhanced features like conductivity and antimicrobial properties. Through sorting, shredding, melting, and additive integration, it produces cost-effective, sustainable filaments. This innovation tackles waste management challenges, supports sustainable manufacturing, and advances a circular economy. A project worth watching out for 💫 #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #CleanTech #EnergyEfficiency #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendly #EnergySolutions #TechForGood #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-finalists: Meet Mosadomi Peter Olumide. His Project: Microsonic Energy Conversion Kit The Microsonic Energy Conversion Kit is an innovative solution for powering small household devices by converting ambient microwaves into clean, usable electricity. Using cutting-edge piezoelectric materials and rectenna technology, this eco-friendly kit reduces reliance on traditional energy sources. Scalable and cost-effective, it’s designed for mass adoption, making sustainable energy accessible to households while driving innovation in the renewable energy sector. A project to look out for 💫 #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #CleanTech #EnergyEfficiency #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendly #EnergySolutions #TechForGood #LEEDSInitiative #LEEDSEEC

INTRODUCING LEEDS EEC (2nd Edition) Semi-finalists: Meet Elijah Gbogbo. His project: River Trash and Oil Collector This innovative project tackles two major environmental challenges: plastic pollution and oil spills in Nigeria’s rivers. The River Trash and Oil Collector uses floating discs powered by river currents to collect plastic waste and absorb oil spills. It’s an eco-friendly, low-cost solution that protects aquatic life, restores ecosystems, and boosts local economies by improving fish and crop yields. A scalable solution with the potential to transform the Niger Delta and beyond. #Sustainability #Innovation #CleanRivers #EnvironmentalProtection #EcoTech #RiverCleanup #Nigeria #NigerDelta #ImpactProject #LEEDSEEC #LEEDSInitiative